Scottsbluff, NE Well
Drilling Cost
Avg. Depth
130 ft
Cost / Foot
$20–$48
Total Project
$4,160
vs. National Avg
45% below avg.
the $7,500 national avg.
Scottsbluff, NE Well Drilling Cost by Depth
| Well Depth | Drilling Only | Complete System | Est. Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 ft | $2,000–$4,800 | $6,800–$9,600 | $8,000 |
| 150 ft | $3,000–$7,200 | $8,200–$12,400 | $10,000 |
| 200 ft | $4,000–$9,600 | $9,600–$15,200 | $12,000 |
| 300 ft | $6,000–$14,400 | $12,400–$20,800 | $16,000 |
| 400 ft | $8,000–$19,200 | $15,200–$26,400 | $20,000 |
| 500 ft | $10,000–$24,000 | $18,000–$32,000 | $24,000 |
*Costs are estimates based on Scottsbluff area rates for 2026. Complete system includes casing, pump, pressure tank, electrical, and permits. Actual prices vary by property.
Well Drilling in Scottsbluff, NE
North Platte Valley with alluvial and terrace deposits; Brule and Arikaree Formations at depth; Scotts Bluff National Monument area geology
The average residential well in Scottsbluff is 130 feet deep and costs approximately $4,160 for a complete system including drilling, casing, pump, and pressure tank. Drilling rates in the area range from $20 to $48 per foot, which is 45% below the national average of $7,500.
The primary aquifer serving the Scottsbluff area is the North Platte Valley / Brule-Arikaree Aquifer. Well depths can vary significantly depending on your specific property location and proximity to the aquifer.
Permits & Regulations
Scotts Bluff County well permit; Nebraska DNRC; $25-$50
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